Education · Certifications

EMS Certifications

From your first patient contact to advanced prehospital practice — three tracks, one standard of excellence.

Emergency Medical Technician

EMT

Penn State

The entry-level certification that opens the door to a career in emergency medical services. Airway, assessment, trauma, and medical emergencies.

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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

AEMT

Penn State

Bridge from EMT to advanced practice — IV access, advanced airway, and an expanded medication formulary.

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Paramedic

Paramedic

Penn State

The full scope of prehospital care — cardiology, pharmacology, advanced airway, and critical-thinking-driven assessment.

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Upcoming Cohorts

Next Academies

Browse upcoming EMT and AEMT cohorts. Tap a date or course to see schedule, instructor, and included certifications.

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EMT Cohort

EMT Bravo Academy

Starts Sunday, August 2, 2026

Our flagship EMT cohort. Bravo Academy combines the full NREMT curriculum with AMLS, PHTLS, and EVOC certifications so graduates step onto the truck ready for the realities of prehospital care.

Sundays
10:00 AM6:00 PM
TBA
Lead Instructor & Program Coordinator: Derek Addy, NRP, PAEMSI, AHA Faculty
  • · NREMT EMT Curriculum
  • · AMLS
  • · PHTLS
  • · EVOC
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Joint orientation for both academies is held Sunday, August 2, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Regular classes follow weekly on Sundays. All cohorts include AMLS, PHTLS, and EVOC certifications in addition to the standard NREMT curriculum.

Penn State

Delivered in partnership with Penn State.